If you’re looking for a strictly “sugar-free” ice lolly, don’t rely on the “no added sugar” claim. Manger Bouger states that “sugar-free” means a maximum sugar content of 0.5 g per 100 g or 100 mL. The Auchan fruit lollies mentioned here are labelled “no added sugar”. If you have a strict requirement, choose only a product whose claim and nutritional information meet your criteria.
You need to distinguish this claim from “no added sugar”. According to Manger Bouger, “sugar-free” means no more than 0.5 g of sugars per 100 g or 100 mL. Check the claim and nutritional information for the product you choose.
You’re after fruity lollies to share over the holidays, without needing them to be free from naturally occurring sugars. Auchan offers 100% fruit mango and passion fruit, and strawberry lollies labelled “no added sugar”.
You’re choosing between a fruity, classic or plant-based recipe. Compare the “of which sugars” line, ingredients and allergens for each flavour instead of assuming you know its sugar content from the name alone.
For the October half-term holidays, first decide whether you’re looking for “sugar-free” or “no added sugar”. Then check the exact recipe and pack size you need.
| Criteria | What to check | Who is it for? |
|---|---|---|
| “Sugar-free” requirement | Look for the exact claim and compare the “of which sugars” line with the 0.5 g per 100 g or 100 mL threshold given by Manger Bouger. | If I want a strictly “sugar-free” ice lolly, a similar-sounding claim won’t meet my criteria. Around 45% of consumers would put this confirmation first. |
| Fruity recipe with no added sugar | Read the “no added sugar” claim and the ingredients list for the specific flavour; Auchan’s product listings describe fruit-based recipes. | When sharing fruity lollies, I prioritise no added sugars while accepting that the ingredients may contain sugars. This would be the priority for around 33% of consumers. |
| Pack size and ingredients | Check the number of lollies, ingredients, allergens and availability at your local shop or for your delivery slot. | When I’m buying ice lollies for several people, I mainly need a suitable pack size and a recipe that meets their dietary requirements. Around 22% of consumers would prioritise these points. |
A fruit lolly can carry the second claim without meeting a strict requirement for a “sugar-free” product.
If you have this strict requirement, look for the “sugar-free” claim and check the amount per 100 g or 100 mL. Manger Bouger sets the threshold at 0.5 g.
These terms describe something other than the amount of sugars. Magnum, for example, lists 25 g of sugars per 100 g for its Vegan Almond recipe.
Compare the nutritional information and ingredients for the exact product, whatever its flavour or recipe type.
The number of lollies in a box won’t tell you whether everyone can eat the flavour you’ve chosen: ingredients and allergens vary between products.
Before ordering, read the full ingredients list and allergen information for the box, then check local availability.
Auchan offers 100% fruit mango and passion fruit, and strawberry lollies labelled “no added sugar”.
Carrefour’s search for ice lollies includes a “no added sugar” filter.
Magnum lollies can be a useful comparison if you’re also considering different types of recipes.
ALDI offers several pack sizes of MUCCI ice lollies.
No, the two claims don’t mean the same thing. According to Manger Bouger, “sugar-free” means a maximum sugar content of 0.5 g per 100 g or 100 mL. A “no added sugar” recipe may contain sugars that are naturally present in its ingredients.
The “no added sugar” claim isn’t enough to classify it as “sugar-free”. Auchan’s listing includes strawberry purée, concentrated apple juice and blackcurrant juice from concentrate, among other ingredients. If you have a strict requirement, check the exact claim and the “of which sugars” line.
No, being plant-based doesn’t tell you the sugar content on its own. Magnum lists 25 g of sugars per 100 g for Vegan Almond, so compare the nutritional information for the specific recipe you’re interested in.
Check the claim you’re looking for, the “of which sugars” line, and the ingredients and allergens for each product. Also check the number of lollies in the pack and availability at your local shop or for your delivery slot.